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When the Black Death killed half of Europe in the 1340s, ecologists expected the land to bloom; instead, plant diversity plummeted for 150 years until farming returnedA new study reveals the Black Death's devastating impact on Europe's plant life. The plague's population crash led to a sharp decline in pl...
Ebola cases in eastern Congo climb to 782 and deaths reach 181, authorities sayCongo's Ministry of Health reported 782 confirmed Ebola cases and 181 deaths, with the outbreak concentrated in Ituri province. The rare Bu...
Afforestation, dolphin revival show life returning to Ganga under Namami Gange: NMCGThe Namami Gange program has brought ecological revival to the Ganga river. Large-scale afforestation efforts have led to forest cover alon...
From insurgency to Arabica: Nagaland finds a new revolution in coffeeNagaland is brewing a new future, shifting from its past to a vibrant coffee economy. Local farmers and young entrepreneurs are leading thi...
Four die of suspected asphyxiation in illegal mine in Jharkhand's RamgarhTragedy struck Ramgarh district in Jharkhand on Saturday. Four individuals lost their lives inside an unauthorized mine. The incident occur...
Ever dreamt of running a bookstore? This Scottish town allows visitors to become booksellers for a week. You can even stay here on rentEscape the city grind in Scotland's Wigtown. The Open Book bookstore offers a unique chance to live and work among books for a week. Visito...
Cinema style smuggling bid foiled in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve in GariabandAuthorities in Gariaband district successfully thwarted a teak smuggling operation. Inspired by a popular film, smugglers attempted to hide...
Violence grips Manipur again: 2 shot dead and houses burntFresh violence has erupted in Manipur's Kamjong district. Six houses were set ablaze in a Kuki village, and two people were killed. This fo...
6 offbeat Himalayan treks that remain open in monsoons: Misty mountains, blooming meadows, hidden trails and moreAs the monsoon transforms landscapes across the Himalayas, several lesser-known trekking routes remain accessible and safe for adventure en...
JSW–The Times of India Earth Care Awards Recognises Champions of Climate Action and Sustainability
Guwahati HC upholds state's duty to clear forest encroachments, grants 30 days to vacateThe Guwahati High Court has upheld the Assam government's duty to clear reserved forests of encroachments. Alleged encroachers have been gi...
Odisha: Heavy rain lashes Bhubaneshwar, IMD issues state-wide warningA severe thunderstorm hit Bhubaneshwar with heavy rain and strong winds. Although this brought relief from the summer heat but disrupted da...
Goa iron ore dispute: Villagers clash with forest officials over transport from reserve areaA clash erupted between a group of villagers and forest department officials in Kushavati district of Goa. The incident occurred when fores...
Three killed after assailants attack village in ManipurUnidentified armed assailants attacked Loibol Khullen village in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Friday. Three villagers, including a woman...
65,000 trees, 3 degrees cooler: How Karnataka man brought relief to over 1000 villagers from scorching summer temperatures. 1 sapling at a time, year after year.A village in North Karnataka was once a barren wasteland. Sadashiva Hydra inspired over 1000 residents to plant 1 lakh trees. Their relentl...
Manipur violence: 3 killed after assailants attack village in Kangpokpi; CM Y Khemchand condoles deathsAn early morning attack in Manipur's Kangpokpi district resulted in three deaths and the burning of seven homes. Armed assailants targeted ...
Buddhist wisdom of the day: ‘If you let go a little, you will have a little peace. If you let go a lot, you will have a lot of peace. If you let go completely, you will have complete peace', a lesson on detachment and inner peaceBuddhist teacher Ajahn Chah taught that peace is found in letting go. His wisdom highlights that suffering stems from attachment to outcome...
Surrendered Maoist couple welcomes SaiChhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai visited a grocery shop in Bijapur. The shop is run by a couple who were previously associated wi...
Tribal Affairs Minister should be concerned: Congress flags protests in Odisha against bauxite mining projectVillagers in Odisha's Koraput district are protesting bauxite mining by Kalinga Alumina Ltd. Congress alleges illegal diversion of forest l...
Escape Delhi’s scorching heat: 5 nearby less-crowded hill stations for perfect weekendsEscape Delhi's heat with peaceful getaways to less crowded hill stations. Discover destinations like Lansdowne, Chakrata, and Mukteshwar of...